Press Tech Production Supervisor

Technical Oversight

• Optimize the stamping production processes to ensure alignment with company standards and customer requirements.
• Apply expertise in tool and die basics to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to enhance existing dies.

Leadership & Development

• Foster a culture of servant leadership by empowering, guiding, and mentoring team members.
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism and commitment to excellence in every task.
• Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one sessions to provide feedback, set goals, and encourage professional growth.

Process Optimization

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles, with a specific focus on SMED, to achieve quicker and more efficient die changeovers.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics to drive data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preventative Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all stamping equipment and tooling.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and tracked to prevent unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to facilitate training and ensure adherence to the established maintenance schedule.

SMED Implementation

• Lead efforts to reduce die changeover times, applying SMED techniques to streamline and standardize the process.
• Train and support shop floor personnel in SMED best practices to ensure consistent and successful application.
• Evaluate and adjust approaches based on metrics and feedback to continuously improve changeover efficiency.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a safe working environment.
• Implement best practices in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including safety, quality and tool room and maintenance to streamline operations.

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including safety, quality and tool room and maintenance to streamline operations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to ensure alignment and achieve operational goals.
• Facilitate problem-solving and team decision-making to address challenges and seize opportunities.
• Interface with technical staff to ensure proper support.
• Interface with Union Stewards in contract and discipline issues.

Project Management

• Lead projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and coordinate tasks across teams.

Knowledge/Experience/Education

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a stamping or manufacturing environment with a focus on leadership and process optimization.
• Strong knowledge of tool and die principles and practices.
• Proven experience in implementing process optimization initiatives, with specific expertise in SMED.
• Proven servant leadership skills with experience nurturing and developing high-performance teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A minimum of one to three years of experience in a medium/high volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be self-driven and ambitious with proven leadership capabilities, including providing coaching, mentoring and supervision within a team environment.
• Must have availability and flexibility to work a schedule that supports Team Members across multiple shifts / days of the week (including weekends).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Strong problem-solving skills, including encouraging others on your team to think proactively and create solutions.

Physical Requirements

• Stooping, bending, standing for long periods of time, manual dexterity and able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.